KeCheng KC-098-YB User manual

Intelligent Stud Scanner
Model: KC-098-YB
Operation Manual

Intelligent Stud Scanner
Model: KC-098-YB
OVERVIEW
KC-098-YB Intelligent Stud Scanner can detect joists, AC live wires or metals behind walls
through electronic signals. The tool can display the result on the tow row LCD with back
light. It mainly applies for wires and pipelines distribution on upholstery, installation of electrical
equipments (air conditioner and oil smoke extractor) and detection for frame of wood furniture,
etc.
KC-098-YB Intelligent Stud Scanner can be automatically calibrated with sensitive induction
after starting up. Select mode for joists, AC live wires or metal detection through the function
selection switcher. Once the edges of joists, AC live wires or metals are detected, the scanner will
send out sound indication and you can easily mark the central position of the target on the
measured surface through the marker slot on top of the tool with pencil.
KC-098-YB Intelligent Stud Scanner has the function of alarm for AC live wires, when it
detects the AC live wires out, the live wires caution symbol at the left top of the tool will illumine,
meanwhile this will not affect detection for joists or metals, disregard that the function switcher is
set in the mode of joists or metals.
Battery safe prompting
●Please remove the battery when clean the product.
●Remove the battery when not in use for an extended period of time.
●Please install the batteries properly as the instructions of the positive and negative charges
●Please dispose the batteries properly. High temperature will cause explosions and do not burn
the batteries. Strap insulated tape around the battery charges to avoid unsafe contacts with other
objects. Please follow the local regulations of battery disposing.
TOOLS COMPONENTS
A. Marker slot---indicates the edge of the detected object.
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B. Mode switcher --- set the mode for joists, AC live wires or metal objects.
C. Power button---the scanner connects to power supply when pressing this button.
D.LCD---indicates detecting mode and detecting result.
E. beeps aperture---the beeps will ring when calibrating or detecting the target object.
ILLUSTRATION OF DISPLAY SCREEN
A. Caution symbol for live wires---the symbol is on when detecting electric live wires.
B. Indication symbol for approaching the target object---the two symbols will light in turn
towards the center symbol when approaching the edge of the detected object.
C. Joists detecting indication---the light indicates that the current detecting mode is on joists.
D. AC detecting indication---the light indicates that the current detecting mode is on AC live
wire.
E. Metal detecting indication---the light indicates that the current detecting mode is on metal
object.
F. Symbol for central arrow---the light is on when detecting the edge of the detected object.
G. Indication symbol for low battery---the light is on when the battery is low, please replace
with new battery according to instructions.
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
zBattery
Open the battery compartment door on the back of the scanner, and plug one 9 Volt block
battery onto the battery connector and put the battery back to the compartment. Close the battery
compartment door.
zCalibration
The tool should be calibrated on the surface of the detected object
before detecting or after function switch’s diversion.
A. Detecting calibration for joists
Set the mode switcher to the mode for joists, and then lightly adhere
the scanner to the detected surface, press the power button to
connect to the power supply, the scanner will send out sound
indication and be calibrated automatically according to the
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thickness of the detected wall. The calibration is finished when the sound stops. You can process
joists detection now and please always press the power button during the detecting course.
Notice:
1、when calibrating, the scanner cannot be directly put on the materials with high density
(e.g. metals, joists), or wet, new-painted and unsuitable places. Restart calibration by changing
another place.
2、When approaching or detecting the AC live wire during calibration, the caution symbol
for live wires will indicate after calibration.
B. Detecting calibration for AC live wires
Set the mode switcher to the mode for AC live wire, and then calibrate the tool with reference to
the method of “detecting calibration for joists”.
Notice:
When calibrating, the tool will automatically set the degree of induction according to the
distance to the live wire. If distance to the AC live wire is far enough, the induction will be set to
the strongest degree; if close to the AC live wire, the tool will automatically set to the most ideal
induction according to the distance.
C. Detecting calibration for metal objects
Set the mode switcher to the mode for metal object, and then calibrate the tool with reference to
the method of “detecting calibration for joists”.
Notice:
1、when calibrating, the tool will automatically set the degree of induction according to the
existence of the metal object. If no metal object exists, the induction will be set to the strongest
degree; if metal object exists, the tool will automatically set to the most ideal induction according
to the type and size of the metal object.
2、When approaching or detecting the AC live wire during calibration, the caution symbol
for live wires will indicate after calibration.
zOperation
A. Joists detection---detecting wood joists through walls
According to the calibration requirements for joists detection,
calibrate the tool to the ideal induction degree and process as per the
following steps:
a. Move the tool across the surface of the object in straight
line horizontally and slowly, and hold the tool firmly
against the surface.
b. When the tool moves horizontally and is close to the
detected object, the outer side of arrow symbol will
illumine and then slow down the moving speed, and the
arrow lights of both sides will light in turn towards the
center light (if the arrow symbols of both sides go out when moving, reset automatic
calibration and detection from another place).
c. If the edge of joists are detected, the center arrow symbol will illumine and the beeps will
rings, at this time, make a mark on edge of detected object through the marker slot by
pencil. Then continue to move the unit slowly in the same way until the arrow symbol
goes out and the beeps stop.
d. Repeat the steps above from the opposite direction to detect the other edge of the target
object and make a mark; the center of the two markers is just the center of the detected
object. Repeat the operations for several times to get the relatively precise result.
Notice: if the power button released incautiously, you must restart the calibration and repeat the
steps above to detect.
B. AC live wire detection---detecting the AC live wire through walls
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a. According to the calibration requirements for AC live wire detection, calibrate the tool
to the ideal induction.
b. Operate the tool and find out the two edges of AC live wires and make a mark with
reference to the method of “Joists detection---detecting joists through walls”.
c. The center of the two marks is just the center of AC live wire.
Notice: AC live wires in metal pipes or metal covered wire, as well as metal walls or walls of high
density can’t be detected.
C. Metal object detection---detecting the metal stud through walls
a. According to the calibration requirements for metal stud detection, calibrate the tool to
the ideal induction.
b. Operate the tool and find out the two edges of metal studs and make a mark with
reference to the method of “Joists detection---detecting joists through walls”.
c. The center of the two marks is just the center of metal stud.
TIPS ON OPERATION
zUsing new battery
Check the battery before operation: When the battery is low, the “ ” symbol will blink
continuously on the screen after calibration. Replace with new battery according to instructions.
zRecommendation
In order to make sure that the scanner is on the best state during detection, hold the tail of the
tool when operation and keep the other hand at least 6 inches away from the tool during detection.
zTips
A. The tool can accurately detect the center of the target object, but the width of the target
object can only be detected in a range.
B. Please do not use the tool near strong electric wave or high frequency interference.
C. Please do not use the scanner in high temperature and wet place.
D. Please try to avoid using the tool on wet plate and wall.
E. Sometimes, the scanner cannot detect the slate or mixed plate correctly because the
density of the materials change a lot.
F. When tacking, cutting or drilling on the wall, ceiling or floor, please take care to the
wires and pipes on the back of them.
G. The covered wires, useless wires, telephone lines, CATV wires and circuitries without
electricity could not be detected as live wires.
H. When the thickness of detected wall is over 3/4 inches or the joists are close to each
other, joists detection is not suitable, generally, the space between joists is 16 or 24
inches, and the width of the joist is 1 1/2 inches.
I. The detection is not suitable for metal wall or the metal materials in the wall distribute
too thick.
J. When constructing beside the AC live wires, the power supply should be switched off.
Cautions
zOperate with care and do not let the tool drop down.
zDo not disassemble the tool in case of damage.
zDo not place the tool with the corrosive gas or other corrosive materials.
zAvoid rain and water.
zDo not exposed the the tool to vibration and high or low temperature environment.
zStorage the tool indoor.
zDo not put the tool in the water ,avoid to damage the tool.
zRemove the battery when not in use for an extended period of time in case of damage of tool
by deterioration of battery.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Name Intelligent Stud Scanner
Type KC-098-YB
Object of detection Wood joists, AC live wires and Metals
Joists Thickness of wall is 19mm(3/4 inches).
AC live wires 50mm(2 inches) deep away from the wall
Detection
capability Metals 38mm(1 1/2 inches )deep away from the wall
Type of back light LED
Power supply A 9 volt block battery
Operation current <40mA
Operation temperature +5℃～+40℃
Operation humidity 30%～70%
Storage environment -20℃～+60℃,≤85%（battery not included）
Dimensions 180mm×75mm×30mm
Weight About 170g（battery not included）
zTips
yThank you for purchasing our products.
yWe hope you to understand that the tool is not a all-purpose tool that can detect all the
materials in the wall.
yPlease read the instruction manual before operation.
yKeep the tool appropriately after use.
WARRANTY
Within one year from the date of purchase, if any quality problem or non-artificial damage,
provide warranty service by the relevant documents.
Notice: The warranty does not apply to the following conditions:
• Disassembling the laser tool will void the warranty.
• Any damage resulting from, but not limited to wear, water, being dropped or repairs
attempted by others.
Tips :Most part of the product can be recycled, if you need to deal with this product, please
according to local laws and regulations to deal with it, instead of throw it into the dustbin.